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^ 1 U. S. MAIL LINE. I ^ 



The only L,ine of Steamers Landings Passengers Directly on 
Nantasket Beach. 



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The Elegant Palace Steamers, 

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nOSE STJLITDZSIZ, 

AND 

JOZZIT ROMEB., 

FOR 

NANTASKET BEACH, 

(•' The Coney Island of New England,") 

HOTEL NANTASKET, 

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(" The Rocky Point of Boston,") 

HULL AND HINGHAM. 



LANDING PLACE IN BOSTON, \ 

340 Atlantic Avenue, ] 

Junction T^itli Broad and Higli streets. ■ 

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M. M. TTHELiAN, Advertising Agent. i 

OFFICE, 7 ROWE'S WHARF - - - BOSTON, MASS. i 



HAND-BOOK 

OF THE 

BOSTON AND HINGHAM 

STEAMBOAT COMPANY. 

By M. M. WHELAN. 

A COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE 

GREAT WATERING PLACES OF BOSTON. 



HOW TO KEACH AND ENJOY 

NANTASKET BEACH, 

"The Cone,y Island of Boston," 
MEI^VILLE GARDEN, 

'* The Rocky Point of Boston," 
DOWNER LANDING, 

HINGHAM, AND HULL. 

complete narrations of their 

VARIOUS ATTRACTIONS, HOTELS AND BATHING HOUSES, 
AND SCENES IN THE HARBOR, 

AND 

Corrected Time-Table and Rates of Fare. 



Aulhorized Guide-Book to Boston's Popular Seaside Resorts. 



Illustrnttb, mtb tonfaimng a €Dxnd pap oi t^c fjarbor. 

PRICE, 10 CENTS. / . w Y jt 

BOSTON: 

ALFRED MUDGE & SON, PRINTERS, S4 SCHOOL STREET, 

1880. 

7h ■ 



"ClOPTBIGHT, 



By M. M. WHELAK 



y^i.-(. 



INTRODUCTORY. 



fpHE first soft wind that blows from the south in the early 
spring comes laden with the promise of hope to the weary- 
workers in the Lord's vineyard. It whispers of the merry 
songs of the birds, of verdure, and the sweet perfume of the 
rose. It breathes inspiration into the soul of toiling humanity, 
and tells the heart with gentle voice that new life will soon 
adorn the field all brown and bare, and the cold, dreary months 
of winter will soon pass away and the joys of summer days be 
again renewed. 

The days pass on, and the slow action of nature brings about 
the awakening of the promised transformation ; and as the buds 
appear and the vesture of earth puts on its freshest color, the 
heart grows more buoyant. The thoughts of the rich and poor 
alike begin to evolve plans for their summer enjoyment. Soon 
will the tedious care of the workshop and the counting-room 
be thrown off, and the din of the narrow city's fens be changed 
for the bracing atmosphere of old ocean and the balmy air of 
the country seat. 

The merchant, having the means to gratify his every desire, 
can easily prepare his schemes for recreation ; but the middle 
classes and the ever-present poor who seek for freedom must 
find their source of joy in those opportunities which come 
within a radius of their income. Fortunate, indeed, it is for 
them that there is an Elysium, and that there are men with gen- 
erosity of soul large enough to take in the desires of the masses 



ICBitEiafafHi.: 

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Boston Ginger Ale, 
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New York Lager Beer, 
Olden Time Stock Ale, 
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Introductory. 



and give to tliem the means by which they cau be transported 
to these fields of pleasure. 

The eager anticipation of the excursionist has been fully met 
by the more anticipating benefactors, and to-day we have the 
Boston and Hingham Steamboat Company, who have done more 
good in the past toward the morals and health of the swarming 
population of Boston during the summer than any other source 
of influence ; and to this company belongs the credit of tlie thou- 
sand and one improvements that have been made at the various 
points of interest in our harbor from time to time. The company 
own the best steamers in every respect that ply their wheels in 
our beautiful harbor ; and possessing every known facility for 
comfort, safety, and elegance, their popularity and patronage 
has become simply immense. In view of a still greater amount 
of travelling over their line this year than ever before, the com- 
pany, in order to gratify the every desire of their patrons, have 
published this Guide, which will be found to be interesting, and 
explains to those unfamiliar with our harbor the many points 
of interest, as well as otlier pleasant features. 



PUBLISHER'S ACKNOWLEDGMENT. 

The Publisher is indebted to the following gentlemen for 
many essential favors in assisting in the compilation of this 
Hand-Book : — 

Mr. George Lincoln, of Hingham. 

Mr. Frank T. Robinson, of Boston. 

Mr. Marlton Downing. 



CROCKERY, CHINA 



AND- 



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Jones, McDuffee&Stratton 

OFFER THEIR IMPORTATIONS, 

Which are constantly coming forward direct from 

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(NEAR THE GENERAL POST-OFFICE.) 



Our designs of FAIENCE LAMPS, costing from $3.00 to $75.0© 
each, are worthy of examination. 

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Tie Boston ant Hineliaiii Steamlioat Corapj. 



BRIEF HISTORY OF THIS POPULAR LINE. 



There can be no better introduction to this guide-book than 
a slight outline sketch of the history of the Boston and Hing- 
ham Steamboat Company and the boats which have from time 
to time been used by them. 

In the year 1818, the "Eagle," under the command of Capt. 
Clark, made the first steamboat trip from Boston to the town of 
Hingham. She made irregular trips during that season, and it 
was not until 1819, one year later, that she was put on the line 
to make daily passages to and from these places. She was then 
under the charge of Capt. Barnabas Lincoln. She was a small 
boat, compared with those of to-day, accommodating two hun- 
dred passengers. She ran until 1821, after which, until the 




year 1829, we have no account of any boat except the packets 
plying between Boston and Hingham. A very singular inci- 
dent is that during the year 1822 there is not a single notice of 



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G jaOOE: R I EJsS. 



COBB, BATES & YERXA. 



IMPORTANT NOTICE 

— TO — 

RESIDENTS OUT OF TOWN. 



BROCERIES DELIVERED FREE! 



The undersigned beg to announce that they make a specialty ot 
packing large or small lots of Groceries for shipment to the Country or 
Seashore, and have special arrangements for the quick delivery of all 
such goods at the Railroad Stations, Express Offices and Steamboat 
Landings, Free. 

A general order for Groceries to the amount of Twenty Dollars 
($2U.OO), exclusive of Sugars, carefully packed and delivered promptly 
in any of the surrounding Towns, *'ree. 

Our stock consists of a fine assortment of 

CANNED FRUITS, PICKLES, 

BEEF, RELISHES, 

HAM, PRESERVES, 

TONGUE, SARDINES, 

CHICKEN, SALAD OILS, Etc., 

And a large line of FANCY GROCERIES, especially adapted to the 
wants of Tourists during the Summer Months. 

We ofter the largest selection of any Grocery House in New England. 



COBB, BATES & YERXA, 

BOSTON. 



Boston and Hingham Steamboat Comx^any. 9 

a steamer in Boston Harbor ; where they all went to nobody- 
knows. The " Lafayette " was the next boat. She began run- 




ning in 1829, commanded by Capt. George Thaxter, who run 
her until 1830, when he was relieved by Capt. George Beal, of 
Cohasset. She was much smaller than her predecessor, tlie 
" Eagle," and even in those primitive days of steamboating was 
not very highly esteemed. Before she was purchased by the 
Hingham people, she was called the " Hamilton," which name 
always remained on her stern. There is an account of her 




being caught in a squall off the Castle, on her trip to Boston, 
and being obliged to put back to Hingham The " Gen. ]jin- 
colu " followed the " Lafayette." She made her first trip June 
16, 1832, under Capt. George Beal. It was at this time that 
the present company was formed. The "' Gen. Lincoln " was 
built at Philadelphia; measured 9G feet long, with 22 feet beam ; 
side-wheels, 14 feet in diameter. She had 2 boilers, 2 walking- 




beams, burnt wood, and was run under about 20 pounds steam. 
The " Mayflower," built in New York expressly for this com- 



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GENTLEMEN'S 

HATS, 

Seasonable Goods. 



Ftne jlssortment cind. LoT^est 
CclsTl Juices, 

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FROST & ADAMS. 

IMPORTERS AND DEALERS IN 

EVERY DESCRIPTION OF 

Artists' Materials. 



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pany, was put upon this route about the first of July, 1845. 
She had numerous commanders. Capt. George Beal was her 
first, and Capt. Rowell her last in this line. In 1856 she was 
bought by New York parties. The "Mayflower" was 133 foot 
8 inches in length by 42 feet 2 inches beam ; 8 feet 8 inches in 
draught; 262 and 69-95 tons burden, old measurement. Her 
wheels were 22 feet diameter, 30-inch cylinder with 10-foot 
stroke, run under 30 pounds steam, and accommodated 800 pas- 
sengers. The fifth boat was the "Nantasket," Capt. A. L. 




Rowell, She was built in New York in 1857, and placed upon 
this line in 1858. Her original proportions were: length, 146 
feet 6 inches ; breadth, 25 feet 4 inches ; depth, 8 feet 2 inches ; 
wheels, 24 feet in diameter; and 285 and 89-95 tons, old meas- 
urement. She was considered the fastest boat in the har- 
bor at that time. In 1862 she was in government employ. 
South. She was relieved during that summer by the " Gilpin " 
and " Halifax," the latter a stern-wheeler. In 1863 the "Nan- 
tasket" returned to Boston, and underwent numerous altera- 




tions, besides changing her name to the " Emeline." The 
" Rose Staudish," now running, was built in Brooklyn, N. Y., 
in 1863. She is 392 and 93-100 tons, new measurement. Capt. 
Jones was commander in 1864, Capt. Brown in 1866, Capt, Good 
in 1867, and she is now commanded by Capt. Bird. The "John 
Romer" was also built at Keyport, in 1863, and was intended 
to run between New York and Greenwich, Conn. It was pur- 
chased by the Boston and Hingham Steamboat Company, and 



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72 Hanover Street, opposite Elm, 

UNDEH AMERICAN HOUSE, 

BOSTOn^r. 



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75 ICXnsr G-S TOIsT STIREET. 



Boston and Himjham Steamboat Company. 



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placed upon this line in 1866. Capt. Good commanded three 
seasons, as did Capt. Collins. It is now under the command of 
Capt. Wm. H. Sampson. The " Governor Andrew " was built 




at Green Point, N. Y., in 1874, by the same parties who built 
the stanch and well-tried steamer " Rose Standish," Messrs. 
Folkes & Lawrence. Her length is 159 feet, with 27 feet beam, - 
and depth, 9 feet. Her measurement is 503 and 1-100 tons, and 




she is commanded by Capt. George F. Brown. The elegant 
new steamer "Nantasket" Avas launched May 15, 1878, from 
the yard of Messrs. Pierce & Montgomery, Chelsea. She is 
173 feet long by 29 feet breadth of beam, and 9 feet in depth. 




Her tonnage is 498 and 23-100. Capt. Chas. E. Good has 
charge of her. 



What a delightful sensation steals over the wind of the excur- 
sionist as he sits on the deck of the steamer before leaving the 
pier ! The day is his, and he already abandons himself to the 



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NEW ENGLAND CLOCK WAREHOUSE. 




YacM Clocks, 

Vienna Regulators, 
Woo Clocis, 

Frencli Clocks. 



AMERICAN CLOCKS 

Of Every Description, 



All Boofls Warranted. \ 

Great variety of Clocks '! 
adapted for Travelling, Sea- 
Shore and Camps. 

I BRADIEI & CO. \ 

259 Washington St., 

BOSTOTsT. j 



PROVIDENCE LINE 

TO NE^^^ YORK. 

Trains leave Boston & Providence R. R. Station daily 
{Sundays excepted), at 6 P. M.; connect at Fox Point 
wharf, Providence, with the New and Magnificent 

Massachusetts k Rhode Island, 

Arriving in New York at 6 A. M. Returning, leave Pier 29 
North River, at 5 P. M., arriving in Boston at 7 A. M. 

Tickets and Staterooms secured at Company's office, 214 Washington, 
corner State Street, and at Boston & Providence R. R. Station. 



J. W. RICHARDSON, 

Boston Agent. 



A. A. FOLSOM, 

Supt. 



Boston and Hingham Steamboat Company. 15 

most pleasurable thoughts. The smell of the salt sea air invig- 
orates his being, and in anticipation he gazes seaward with eyes 
all anxious to view the broad ocean and the white sand beach. 

" Be it the summer noon, a sandy space 
The ebbing tide has left upon its place ; 
Then, just the hot and stony beach above, 
Light twinkling streams in bright confusion move 
(For, heated thus, the warmer air ascends, 
And with the cooler in its fall contends)." 

Soon the vibration of the great engines is heard, and with a 
gentle movement the good steamer leaves the wharf, and then 
a most delightful series of sights greets the eye. 

WINTHROP ISLAND. 

The view as we head toward the harbor is a pleasing one. 
There are the pleasure yachts and carrying vessels, the busy 
tug-boats straining away with a big ship behind them, and far 
away in the middle distance and horizon are the oval crests of 
the islands that here and there dot the water's surface. After 
passing the broad opening, the first island that is plainly seen, 
or enough so to distinguish its character and formation, is Gov- 
ernor's, or, as it is now called, Winthrop Island. It derives its 
name from Gov. Winthrop, to whom it was given at a very 
early period in the history of Boston by the colonial Legisla- 
ture. This noted island first took its name from Roger Conant, 
a distinguished early settler of Plymouth. The first known of 
this island is that on July 2, 1631, it was "appropriated to pub- 
lique benefits and uses." From papers now in possession of the 
New England Historical Genealogical Society, we copy the fol- 
lowing: On the 3d of April, 1632, at a Court of Assistants, 
" the island called Conant's Island, with all the liberties & priv- 
ileges of fishing and fowling, Avas demised to John Winthrop, 
Esq., the pseut gounr., and it was further agreed that the said 
John Winihrop did covenant and promise to plant a vine- 
yard and an orchard in the same, and that the heirs or assigns 
of the .said John Winthrop for one & twenty yeares payeing 
yearely to the gounr, the fifth parts of all such fruits & prof- 
fits as shalbe yearly raysed out of the same, and the lease to be 
renewed from time to time onto the heirs and assigns of the 
said John Winthrop, &the name of the said ileland was changed 
& is to be called the Gounr's Garden." 

The island continued in the possession of the Winthrop family 



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A. LARGJb] LIJNE 



iF^n^o^sr 




WHICH WE SELL AT 



25 CSNTS 



PER YARD. 



CHIPMAN'S SONS & CO., 



Oor. Court & Hanouer Sts., 



F50ST0N. 



Boston and llingham Sleanihoat Company. 17 

till 1808, when they sold a portion of it to the government, for 
the purpose of erectinj^ a fort thereon. This, when built, was 
called Eort Warren, in honor of Gen. Joseph Warren. Since 
then another fort has been erected on George's Island, and this 
name Avas transferred to it. A new fortification is now in pro- 
cess of erection on the summit of the high hill on Governor's 
Island, and has been named Fort Wiuthrop, in remembrance of 



FORT WINTHROP. 

the first governor, to whom it was granted. This fort is of 
great strength, and has a very commanding position. Its bat- 
teries are nearly all underground, and connected with the cita- 
del (the top of which can be seen at the higliest part of the 
island) by underground passages; and the water battery that 
will be observed on the southerly side of the island is of great 
advantage to the defence, controlling, as it does, a large extent 
of flats, which are very shoal except at the highest tides 

FORT INDEPENDENCE. 

The next island which is passed, and lying to the south of the 
steamer's course, is Castle Island. It is situated almost directly 
opposite Fort Winthrop, and can be easily recognized by the 
granite fortress and earthworks placed thereon. It is consid- 
ered one of the most prominent forts in Boston Harbor. In 
1634 the idea was first conceived of erecting a fort upon Castle 
Island. C.apt. Edward Johnson, of Woburn, thus speaks of the 
fort, in a work published in 1654 : "The Castle is built on the 



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CRLAf 

F. S. DOYLE, 



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SE, 



The Oldest & Largest Hotel 

On the Beaeh. 



TraDiiieiit Cnslnmers Accominodali'd at Ik %)\M Notice. \ 




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OlSriB OIF* 

THE LARGEST AND FINEST 
Beacli Holds in New Eiigkiid. 

Us Culinary Department Cannot be Surpassed, 

Atlantic House, 

ATLANTIC HILL. 
I. L. D^MON. Froprietor. 



Boston and Hinqham Steamboat Company. 



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northeast of the Island, upon a rising hill, very advantageous 
to make many shot at such ships as shall offer to enter the har- 
bor without their good leave and liking ; the Commander of it 




FORT INDEPENDENCE. 



is one Captain Davenport, a man approved for his faithfulness 
and skill. The master cannoneer is an active engineer ; also the 
castle hath cost about four thousand pounds, yet are not this poor 
pilgrim people weary of maintaining it in good repair. It is 
of very good use to awe any insolent persons, that putting con- 
fidence in their ships and sails, shall offer any injury to the peo- 
ple or contemn their governments, and they have certain signals 
of alarums Avliich suddenly spread through the whole country." 
When the British evacuated Boston they destroyed Castle 
William, as it Avas then called ; and after the Provincial forces 
took possession they repaired it, and its name was changed to 
Fort Independence in 1797, President John Adams being pres- 
ent on the occasion. This island was noted for years as a duel- 
ling ground. On the glacis of the fort is now standing a memo- 
rial of one of these unfortunate affairs, on which is the follow- 
ing inscription : — 

NEAR THIS SPOT 

On the 25th Dec. 1817 

FELL 

Lieu. ROBERT F. MASSIE 
Aged 21 Years, 



20 ILind-Book of the 

Sea-Breeze House, 

N ANT ASKET, 

FIRST HOUSE LEFT OF THE STEAMBOAT LANDING. 

BEST ACCOMMODATIONS JOR 

TRANSIENT BOARDERS, PICNICS and FlSHIl PARTIES. 

Baked Clams every ten minutes. Good Bathing Facilities, 
a Bakber iSnop ano Shooting Uallkry coiinected with the House. 
Furnished Rooms to let by the day or week. 

COOL LAGER 5 Cents per Glass, 

The only place -where it can be found on the beach at that pi ice. 
K. A. L,4BREE, Proprietor. G. E. TOWER, Manager. 

O. I^OSTE}I=L, 

dealer in 

BEEF,POfiK,LAIiD,TALLOW 

Provisions and Produce of all kinds, 
wholesale and retail. 

352 & 354 Allamic ATenne , . No. 1 Foster's Wharf, 

BOSTOlsr. 

Fsiniilio!4 and Hotels supplied at I^oweitt Mavket Price. 

PAR"K HOUS^E^ 

CENTRE! HIUL, 

NANTASKET BEACH, 

2;T e T^r 13^ E-o-ilt and. IST e -r^ 137- X^-o-xii-islied.. 
EXCELLENT TABLE FARE. 

Transient and Feason Boarders Accoimoilated at EeasonaDle Rates. 

E. BASSETT - - - Proprietor. 



The Cafe connect d with this eftablishinent has a seating capacity for 
a hundred and fifty. 



Boston a)ul Hingham Steamboat Compavy. 21 

The castle was used as a place of confinement for thieves and 
other convicts sentenced to hard labor, from 1785 till the State 
Prison was built in 1805, at Charlestovvn. Within a few years 
a substantial stone fort has been erected in place of old Castle 
William. A number of prisoners were confined here during 
the war of the Rebellion, and several deserters were executed. 

SPECTACLE ISLAND. 

Spectacle, or, as it is sometimes called, AVard's Island, on ac- 
count of Ward's rendering works now placed there. In 1634 it 
was rented to the city of Boston for one shilling. In 1717 this 
island was sold to the Province for the sum of £100, in bills of 
credit, for the purpose of erecting a " Pest House for the recep- 
tion and entertainment of sick persons coming from beyond 
the sea, and in order to prevent the spreading of infection." 



>LANL) LIGHT. 



Things must have progressed slowly at the island; for in 1720 
we find it was voted "that the selectmen of the town of Boston 
be desired to take care for the furnisliing of the Public Hos- 
pital on Si)ectacie Island, so as to make it warm and comfortable 
for the entertainment of tlie sick." In 1736 the hospital was 
removed to Rainsford's Island, and Spectacle Island ceased to 
be of any great importance. 

LONG ISLAND. 

Tliat long stretch of land on your right is Long Island, and 
is about three quarters of a mile below wSpectacle. It used to 



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Boston and Hingham. Stmmhoat Company. 28 

be thickly covered with a timber {^rowth, which was as far back 
as 1640. There have been various owners; and in 1847 the 
Jjon^ Island Company bought all the island, with the exception 
of the East Head, built a substantial wharf, and erected the 
Long Island House, laid out streets and cnt up the land into 
lots for building, starting a real-estate speculation on the island ; 
which, however, was not successful, as but a few buildings were 
erected. 

The lighthouse on the East Head was erected in 1819. Its 
tower is twenty-two feet in height, built of iron and painted 
white, with a black lantern, containing nine burners, and is 
about eighty feet above the level of the sea, with a fixed white 
light that can be seen on a clear night aboiit fifteen miles. It 
is situated in a square enclosure of ground on the summit of 
the Head. Within the square is a comfortable stone house for 
the keeper. 

The northeastern part of the Head has for years been grad- 
ually washing away, and it was not until recently that the gov- 
ernment bnilt a sea wall for its protection from the inroads of 
the surf, 

DEER ISLAND. 

Deer Island lies directly north of the East Head of Long 
Island, and between these two islands the boats pass. It is now 
used by the city, and the House of Industry has been erected 
thereon, which was removed from South Boston (where it was 
formerly situated) in 1848. The House of Eeformation and 
Almshouse were removed from the same place in 1858. The 
large brick building which is so prominent was bnilt in 1850. 

NIX'S MATE. 

Nix's Mate is one of the greatest points of interest in the 
harbor. It is a tall pyramid placed upon a square stone base. 

■ The beacon as it stands, from 
base to peak, is thirty-two feet in 
height. It rests upon a shoal, 
which, at low tide, shows plainly 
out of water. There are two 
very interesting stories connected 
with its origin ; viz., one is that 
MIX'S MATS. -^= — the mate of a certain captain by 

the name of Nix was executed upon the place for killing his 



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master. The other is that Nix liad been at one time connected 
with some piratical enterprise ; his mate being caught was here 
doomed to death. In either case the mate protested his inno- 
cence, and in proof thereof he asserted that in a certain num- 
ber of years the island would be entirely washed away. 
Whether the man was innocent or guilty, of course nobody 
knows ; but it is positively certain that the once beautiful little 
island has quite passed away from sight, and the black object 
now upon it is a fitting pile to commemorate the memories of 
the spot. 

GAT.LOP'S ISIiAND. 

Bearing southeast from Nix's Mate, is Gallop's Island, so 
called as it was once the property of John Gallop, a harbor 
pilot. It forms the southern border of what is termed " The 
Narrows," the channel through which the boats usually pass, 
though sometimes they go to the southward. 

Tliis property came into possession of the city of Boston in 
1860, purchased from Charles Newcomb for the sum of $6,500. 

LOVELIi'S ISTjAND. 

The island lying to the northward of the Narrows is called 
Lovell's Island. It h is been the scene of numerous shipwrecks ; 
the most important of which was tlie loss of the French frigate 
" Magnifique," the flag-ship of the French Squadron, under the 
command of Count D'Estaing, in 1782. The vessel struck on 
Man-o'-war Bar, which extends from the extreme westerly end 
of tlie island. The loss of this ship (which it was said was 
owing to the carelessness of the pilot) was a very serious matter 
to the Americans, as the French were the allies of Young 
America in her Revolutionary struggles. 

GEORGE'S ISLAND. 

Next in our course lies George's Island, on which Fort 
Warren is situated. The steamer leaves it on the port (or left- 
hand) side as she swings out of the Narrows and heads for 
Hull. It was sold to the city of Boston, in 1825, by Caleb 
Rice, together with Lovell's Island, for $6,000, and afterward 
transferred to the United States. There is a strong sea-wall 
nearly surrounding the island. Fort Warren was built upon it 
in 1850, and is considered the strongest of our harbor fortifica- 
tions. This fort was used for rendezvous purposes during the 



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Correct Scenery 

MME m PAIHED W tRDER. 

Special Attention given to 




m 



STIC Decomt 




OF 



THEATRES. PRIVATE DWELLING?.! 



KTC. 



Boston References. — JOHN STETSON, Prop. Globe Theatre; 

ISAAC RICH, Prop. Howard Athenieum; GEOtiGE YOUNG, 

Arch't Hooley's Thf^atre, 
Worcester. — SAM'L WOODWARD, Treas. Worcester Theatre; 

WM. SMITH, Treaa. Mechanics' Hall xieeociation. 
MAJOR EMiiRY, Prop, Lowell Music Hall. 
Portland,— FRANK CURTIS, Manager Portland Museum; GEORGE 

LIBBY, Treas. City Hall, 
Hon. HORACE WILCOX, Prop, Meriden Opera House. 



ORRIN CLARKE RICHARDS, 

mm k DBceeATiyE m\ii 

GLOBE THEATRE. 

Stiio, 263 Tremont street, Boston. 



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late war. It is also noted as being the prison of Mason and 
Slidell, two Confederate commissioners sent by their govern- 




ment to represent the Southern Confedercy in France and 
England. 



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KEEP COOL AND COMFORTABLE 



DURING THE 



SZEJLTED TEie-ivr 



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BUG LIGHT. 

You will see, if looking straight out over the water in a 
northeasterly direction from Fort Warreti, a house of octagon 
shape, and apparently built on spiles. It was built in 185G, is 
painted red, and its beacon light is seen seven miles away, the 
lantern being thirty-five feet above the level of the sea. 

BOSTON LIGHT. 

That white-body and black-top lighthouse away to the left 
middle distance is the well-known Boston Light. 

The first lighthouse was built in 1715. It was much injured 
by fire in 1751, and was struck several times by lightning. 
During the Kevolutionary war it fared hard. The present 
lighthouse was erected in 1783, but has been several times 
refitted since then with improved apparatus; and in 1860 the 




BOSTON LIGHT. 



old tower was raised in height, it now measuring ninety-eight feet 
above sea level. The white tower, with its black lantern and 
revolving light, can be seen at a distance of sixteen nautical 
miles, if the Aveather be fair and the sky clear, and is an im- 
posing object when viewed from vessels on entering or leaving 
the harbor. 



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ENGELHARDT'S, 

173 and 174 Tremont Street, 

FACING THE COMMON. 

Tlie Best Appointed aiid Host Elegant Eslaisliiiieiit iii B'lston. 



THIS superb Restaurant, Cafe and Ice Cream Saloon, occupying four 
stories of a large and beautiful building, though but recently opened, 
has attiiined a popularity beyond precedent. 

(1.) Upon ihii first floor is a Cafe and Dining Room for Gentlemen. 
A daily bill of fare, comprising the best the mai ket altbrds. 

(2.) The second floor is occupied by an eh guit Kestaurant for Ladies. 
A choice mt?iu; also the most delicious Ice Creams, Sherbets, Cake and 
Coftee. 

(3) and (4.) On the upper floors are Private Dining and Supper 
Rooms. 

The view from the front windows at all hours is an unfailing charm. 
The kite! en is in charge of the most experienced cooks. The finest 
Wines of all vintagt-s arc served in peifect condition. The famoUs 
TivoLi and Rociifsteh Lager Beer always on draught. Finest Cigars, 
Liquors and Cordials. 

With all ihese advantages, and with scrupulous neatneps and good 
taste that perv.ide the establishment, visitors may be sure of buving 
every reasonable want satisfied. 



ENGELHARDT & CO 



ARE AGENTS FOR THE 



TIVOLI AND ROCHESTER BEER, 

And offer eillier kind in Bulk or in Bottles. 

OFFICE IN THE REAR OF THE MAIN BUILDING, AT 

No. O Avery Street. 



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RAINS FORD'S ISLAND. 

Kaiusford's, or, as it is often called, Quarantine Island, lies 
soatlieast of Fort Warren, distant about two miles and a half. 




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It has long been used by the city as a place of detention for pa- 
tients afflicted with contagious diseases ; but at the present time 
it is occupied mostly ])y paupers. It became the property of 
the colony, in 1736, for the sum of -£r)70. 

HULL.. 

That projecting, flat point of land on the left which you are 
now approaching is Hull Point ; and as you pass through the 
" Gut," with Pettrick's Island on the right, you will notice a 
strong and often terrific cuiTont, which is caused by the shallow 
waters and sand-bars. On the left, in a sort of bog-like open- 
ing, the pier is seen jutting out from the land ; while away over 
the first rising ground is visible a tower and pole, which is called 
Telegraph Hill. 

Hull is not, as many would suppose, an island, but the ex- 
treme end of the mainland. It is an incorporated town, and 
Nantasket lies within its limits. It Avas one of the places first 
visited by harbor excursionists, and it has been for years con- 
sidered a popular place for summer visitors. It is also a favor- 
ite resort for yachtmen, as here they find a good harbor, and 
can have a pleasant time asliore. The hotel, Oregon House, is 
pleasantly located near the landing. 

PETTRICK'S ISIiAND. 

This island is about a mile long and a quarter wide, and is 
quite hilly. It is excellent pasturage ground, and during the 
hot weather is used by the city Bohemians as a camping-ground. 

SHEEP'S 1SL.AND. 

Now comes a stretch across the pleasant bay, with Sheep's 
Island a little to the southward. It is a small, low island of no 
note and little value. Farther on, the steamer leaves Bumpkin 
Island on its port. This is a very small island, owned by Har- 
vard College, having been bequeathed to that institution by 
Samuel Ward, its former owner. 

WEIR RIVER. 

We have now reached the mouth of the Weir River, with 
White Head ou the port and World's End on the starboard 



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side. Here is a scenic effect that is truly marvellous, and re- 
minds the traveller of the Palisades opposite Hastinj^s-upou- 
Hudson. Thou;^h not four hundred feet in height, still the 
picturesqueness of the shore, Avith the undulating lines of rocks 
and earth and the harmonious contrast of the water reflecting 
the sky and meadows as we pass near the shore, is remindfully 
impressive. Here are to be seen, quietly grazing on hillside and 
vale, sheep, horses, and cows, and the sight is always a pleasant 
one to those unaccustomed to such views. There is not a pret- 
tier spot in Boston Harbor, nor one better known or more fre- 
quented by yachtmen. Scarcely a day passes in summer that 
there cannot be seen the masts of numerous yachts lying here 
at anchor, or sailing up the river. Here is the acknowledged 
camping-ground par excellence. Fresh water can be had in 
abundance; berries, in their season, are very plentiful. You 
will notice, as the boat proceeds up the river to her pier at 
Nantasket, the very circuitous and crooked route she is obliged 
to make. At low tide one unacquainted with the river would 
almost fear of her striking the rocks as she swings round the 
beiid after passing World's End. But it is necessary for her to 
keep near the south shore, as it is only here that there can 
be found water enough to float the steamer. After numerous 
sharp turns and a few cable-lengtlis of straight course, the boat 
hauls alongside of the pier at Nantasket, which has been en- 
larged since last season, being now upward of one hundred feet 
wide at any point. Here the passengers will disembark, and 
enjoy the " Coney Island of New England." 

NANTASKET BEACH. 

*' Pleased I look back and forward 
And view the tranquil tide 
That laves the pebbled shore." 

After a short stroll on the plank walk which reaches to the 
beach, the pleasure seeker finds himself viewing the widest pos- 
sible range of Massachusetts Bay. Away to the right is Co- 
hasset, and on the left middle distance Point AUerton is seen. 
One vast stretch of ocean, unbroken save by the great ships 
and steamers that ply their pathless course to and fro, greets tlie 
eye as you gaze toward the far-off horizon. You are invigo- 
rated with the sight, put into genial and happy temper ; the 
horizon opens, and you are full of good-will and gratitude to the 



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Rockland Cafe, 

DIRECTLY AT THE OEiD Of THE STEAMBOAT LANDING. 
Tlie Best EdoiDped EstaDIisliinent of lis IM on tlie BeacL 

DANCING, BOWLING, ^BATHING, SWINGS, ETO. 

Fish Dinners a Specialty, 

AT THE LOWEST PRICES. 

LAI^GE 01^ SM/LL P/RTIES ACCOMMODATED 

At the Shortest Notice. 

SEPARATE VERANDAS. 



No place at ITantasket can ofF^r the Attractions which the 

ROCKLAND CAFE 



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Cause of causes. Now the poor and the rich are alike, and the 
sentiment of the poor woman can here be appreciated, who, 
coming from a wretched garret in an inhxnd manufacturing 
town for tlie first time to the seashore, gazing at the ocean said, 
" She was glad for once in her life to see something which there 
was enough of." 




COUASSET ROCKS. 



Hero is an inexhaustible wealth of the great truths of nature. 
There is music in the sound of the rolling surf as it washes up 
on tlie firm, sandy beach. Up and down the many miles ot 
sliiniug shore you wander, and gather the curious relics tossed 
up from the 

" Deep, dark, and unfathomable caves of ocean." 

After a half-day's roaming, the body being weary, tlie mind 
is attracted to tlie many glad pleasures offered by the various 
houses and cafe's. There is the bathing house, the boating 
facilities, bowling, bi'liards, dancing, and everything that an 
enterprising summer resort can offer. 



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Nantasket Beach has been a place of summer resort more or 
less for forty or fifty years. The first hotel on its shores was 
"Warwick's Tavern, now Mr. Arthur Pickering's residence, on 
the road as you go towards the telegraph office. It is a brown 
house with a long shed attached ; and in days of yore was the 
scene of many a brilliant ball, while its patrons included some 
of the finest representative people of the city of Boston. Per- 
sons of high social standing from adjoining towns used to visit 
there. Gradually the now famous beach became more gen- 
erally known, and it became the residence during the heated 
term of many of the wealthiest people of tlie Hub, A great 
many people hired or owned cottages somewhere along its cool 
and pleasant shores. In 1845 the first attempt was made at 
building a hotel of any size, when Mr. David Whiton, at the 
head of a company, which included Mr. N. Ripley, projected 
and carried out the idea of building the famous Rockland 
House. Mr. Ripley was the first proprietor of the Rockland, 
which then contained about forty rooms. The pier was built 
in 1869. Since that time there have been marvellous improve- 
ments everywhere upon the beach ; noticeably that upon the 
Jerusalem Road, which is lined with the finest class of summer 
residences imaginable. Many of the barren pastures which 
were once to be seen have been metamorphosed and beautified 
by the improvements that Boston capital has brought about. 
Before tlie present substantial pier was built by the Boston and 
Hingham Steamboat Company, an attempt was made about 
ten or twelve years prior to enlarge the Rockland and build a 
pier, but it was given up as imoracticable at that time. When 
this steamboat company ran their first boat, the " Rose Standish," 
they had all the passengers they could carry, and business 
steadily increased until they have had to enlarge their capacity 
to four boats. The travel has been so large that it has had a 
tendency to lengthen the seasons. They started their first boat 
not far from the first of July, considering that there was not 
business enough to warrant them in starting earlier. Now all 
tlirough the month of May they have carried people down 
tliere. Taking into consideration that all these hills are cov- 
ered with occupied cottages, besides the increased travel, it is 
safe to estimate that there is not less than a steady population 
of upwards of 10,000 people. AU this has been brought about 
Avithin tlie last decade. When one considers the picturesque 
features of this section, the accessibility to rural scenes, which 



Boston and Hingham Steamboat Company. 37 

remind the visitor of the Granite Hills of New Hampshire and 
the towering peaks of the White Mountains, the delightful and 
invigorating sea breezes, the absence of malaria arising from 
any salt marshes, the dry and healthful soil, the superb sanitary 
arrangements, the elevated social standing of the inhabitants, 
the certificates of renowned physicians that nowhere else in 
the United States can be found such an admirable place for 
invalids : when one considers all these things, he cannot but 
acknowledge that Long Branch is distanced, and Nantasket 
must be called the equal, if not the superior, of Newport in all 
that can be desired at a seaside resort. 

HOTEL NANTASKET. 

The Hotel Nantasket, that sits upon the crest of the beach 
opposite the steamboat landing, is one of the most elegant 
summer hotels along the American shore. Messrs. Hall and 
Whipple, the well-known proprietors of Young's Hotel, Boston, 
have charge of Hotel Nantasket, and will do their best to sus- 
tain the reputation which they have hitherto possessed. To 
meet the demands of their increasing patronage, they have 
been obliged to enlarge their accommodations, and have now 
under their control an establishment whose frontage measures 
five hundred and twenty feet along the beach. The hotel con- 
tains a number of apartments fitted up as club and private 
dining rooms. In fact, there is everything found at this hotel 
to satisfy the most fastidious of pleasure seekers. The new 
and elegant veranda extending a thousand feet (connecting the 
hotel with the Rockland Cafe) offers its cool retreat to those 
who wish protection from the rays of the sun. 

Messrs. Hall & Whii»ple have made wise selections in choos- 
ing for their officials gentlemen who understand their business, 
and who have had years of experience ; among whom is Mr. 
W. A. Russell, he being generally in charge. Detective A. P. 
Dearborn has charge of the Nantasket Beach Hotel Company's 
property ; and as Mr. Dearborn is well known, it is not likely 
that there will be any disturbance from offenders who may hap- 
pen on the grounds. Then, too, the guests need fear no annoy- 
ance either from rufiians or fire, Mr. Dearborn having a perfect 
system of drill and other arrangements wliich will most effec- 
tually dispel any alarm. 

The Cadet Band will be stationed at the hotel during the 
summer, and give their daily and evening concerts. The 9.30 



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The New and Very Lcn^ge ] 

Hotel Nantasket, ! 

ON THE EUROPEAN PLAN. 

This elegant establishment, entirely new last year, fully justifies the 

inmost anticipations of its projectors. Its success was assured frdm its ' 

opening, and its popularity steadily increased to the close of the season, < 
and since that time its immense proportions have been increased by the 

addition of i 
SIXTY NEW ROOMS, 

Including several dining-rooms for large or small parties, I 

i 

Situated on Nantasket Beach, near the landing of the Boston & Hing- | 

ham Steamboat Co., it affords the citizens of Boston and vicinity a resort j 

easy of access, wh' re they may pass a few hours or a day of delightful ! 
and comfortable recrehtion during the beaied terra. 

The Hotel will be strict'y first-class in all its appointments, and the \ 

cuisine will be characterized by the same excellence which has made : 

Young's Hotel so popular, j 

The steamboats, which will run nearly every hour during the day and 

evening, will enable persons from the city to IcMve town after business j 
hours, secure an ocean bath and a nice dinner or supper, and return to 

the city refreshed and invigorated, j 

DURIHG THE SEASON, 

Day and Evening Concerts j 

WILL BE GIVEN BY THE 

WALTER EMERSON, Cornet Soloist, ' 

J. THOMAS BALDWIN, Musical Director. ' 



ELECTRIC LIGHTS WILL ILLUMINATE THE HOTEL AND 
SURROUNDINGS EVERY NIGHT. 



ZZAXiZi (& IXTHZPFZiB, 



(OF YOUNG'S HOTEL,) 

I»IiOI>XtIi:TOR«. 



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p. M. boats will afford a most excellent opportunity to lovers of 
the beautiful to view the ocean by night, which m ill be enhanced 
by the electric light and the dulcet strain of music. 

THE ROCKLAND CAFE, 

one of the most popular places of its kind on the beach, ranka 
equal to its neighbor, the Nantasket, in its culinary department- 
It is at the present time, as well as for a number of sea.-ons 
past, under the proprietorship of Mr. H. Ripley, a gentleman 
thoroughly capable of discharging the arduous duties wliich 
devolve upon him in a most acceptable manner. Mr. J. Mc- 
Laughlin is manager of the Cafe'. Connected with it is a large 
dancing hall and a picnic pavilion, arranged into compartments 
so as to accommodate large or small parties. 

Surf bathing can be enjoyed on the beach with perfect safety, 
at the finest bath-houses in the country, where bathing-dresses 
are always kept to let. 

A little to the southAvard, and standing upon the brow of 
Atlantic Hill, is placed 

THE ATLANTIC HOUSE. 

Its site is one of the finest in New England, commanding as 
it does, from its verandas, an unbroken view of the JNIassa- 
cliusetts shore from Marblehead to Scituate. This hotel is one 
of the largest at Nantasket, capable of accommodating one 
hundred and seventy-five regular boarders, while their kitchens 
are under such excellent control that they can readily supply 
their tables for two hundred and fifty transient visitors. This 
establishment is under the management of Mr. I. L. Damon, 
who has had charge of it for a number of years. 

THE ROCKLAND HOUSE, 

Fully as well equipped for the accommodation of its patrons 
as any of those we have mentioned, is kept by Mr. J. S. Doyle, 
the popular proprietor of the St. James, Boston. It is situ- 
ated upon Atlantic Hill, and lacks but little of the fine view 
accorded to its neighl)or, the Atlantic. 

Crossing the hill, and descending the southern slope towards 
Stony Beach, we meet with numerous smaller hotels, the most 
prominent of which is the 

PACIFIC HOUSE. 

It is not much smaller, however, than the Atlantic or Rock- 
land hotels, as can be seen by its capacity for accommodating 



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NEW PACIFIC HOUSE. 

Opened June 1, 1878. 

Nantasket Beach, Nantasket, Mass. 

W. B. HATHAWAY, Proprietor. 



This house was erected two seasons ago on 
the site of the old one, and is newly furnished 
throughout. Its 

Broad Piazzas, Extensive Halls and 
Well-Yentilated Apartments 

insure to its guests an umtsaally pleasant and 
comfortable summer home. Its location is 
unsurpassed hy any house on the shore, com- 
maivding an unbrohen view of old ocean, and 
furnishes superior advantages for 

BOATING, BATHING, FISHING AND GUNNING, 

TTiahing one of the most pleasant and roman- 
tic places on Massachusetts Bay. A few rods 
in rear of house, a 

LAKE TWO MILES IN LENGTH 

affords a safe and pleasant place for ladies 
and childyren to row, boats being always in 
readiness for that purpose. The hotel is 

Easily Accessible by Boat or Rail, 

being only fifty ininutes' sail from, Boston 
by steamer. 



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one hundred and fifty guests. Mr. William B. Hathaway has 
charge of the house. The scenery upon this side of the hill 
offers a marked contrast to that presented by the northern 
slope. Here it is rugged and rough, very bold and rocky, form- 
ing a much grander picture than the smooth, unbroken sur- 
face of the beach at Nantasket. The view from the piazzas of 
the Pacific House is truly magnificent, and Mr. Hathaway, the 
genial proprietor, cordially invites the visitors to avail them- 
selves of the cool shade afforded by his veranda. 

Leaving the hill and returning to the beach, we find, besides 
the hotels which Ave have mentioned, numerous cafes and less 
pretentious establishments, which tend to increase the material 
comforts of summer visitors. The whole of this magnificent 
stretch of beach is most beautifully and perfectly illumined 
uightly with very powerful electric lights. The new broad- 
gauge railroad, which extends from the steamboat landing to 
Point Allerton, the extreme northern erid of. the beach, is a 
great accommodation, inasmuch as it does away with the slow 
and tedious ride in the barges, which has hitherto been the only 
means of conveyance from point to point. 




ROSE STANDISH HOUSE. 



DOWNER LANDING. 

Downer Landing is one of the most interesting and beautiful 
spots that is reached by the boats of the Boston and Hingham 



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Steamboat line. Few people who were familiar with the harboi' 
and snrroBndings ten yeais ago would believe that Crow Point 
could have been transformed into snch a charming place as we 
now find here. Melville Garden, within easy access of the steam- 
boat landing, is the principal centre of attraction for those visit- 
ing the place for a day's pleasnre. Snmmer-honses, swings, 
beantifnl shade-trees, a fine collection of monkeys, and above all 
the most magnificent dancing pavilion that can be found any- 
where along the beach, are here for the pleasnre of the visitor. 
A clam-bake, that well rivals Kocky Point, is also to be had here, 
three times a day. The attractions oilered for an evening's en- 
tertainment are not a particle behind those of the day, as the 
whole scene, beautiful in the sunlight, is rendered donbly so by 
the dazzling rays of the brilliant electric lights recently erected. 
The numerous diversities which are made in the colors and 
distribntion of these lights have a roost gorgeous effect, and 
immediately snggcst to the spectator the richest and most ele- 
gant ti'aiisformation scene. Indeed, it wonld be very easy to 
imagine one's self in the enchanted halls of Aladdin. The sweet 
strains of mnsie wafted to the ear serve to enhance the delu- 
sion ; bnt the merry peals of langhter, which come from the 
dancers at the pavillion, remind the dreamer that he is at Downer 
Landing, and not in Arabia. 

Mr. J. D. Scndder, the manager of these gardens, deserves 
the heartiest thanks and good-will of the excursionists, for it is 
to him they are indebted for the pleasures they enjoy when 
passing a day and evening in these most picturesque gardens. 

The hotel, — Rose Standish House, — also under the superin- 
tendeiicy of Mr. J. D. Scudder, but directly mauaged by Mr. F. 
C. Saiford, is another great attraction to the visitor; not so 
much so to the transient excursionist as to those seeking a few 
weeks' rest and recreation at the seashore. The house is tested 
to its utmost capacity every season by some of our first families 
The high social standing of its proprietor, Mr. Samuel Downer, 
as well as that of Mr. Scudder, proves a great incentive towards 
attracting the elite of society. 

HINGHAM 

Is noted for its beautiful scenery and pleasant drives ; also foi* 
its old meeting-house (erected in 1681), the oldest occupied 
house of worship in the United States. In the rural cemetery, 
u the rear of the meeting-house, rest the remains of the late 



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John A. Andrew, the " War Governor " of Massachusetts, over 
whose ashes an elegant marble statue has been erected. The 
last resting-place of Maj -Gen. Benjamin Lincoln, of Revolu- 
tionary fame, is also in the same cemetery. 

The only hotel in Hingham is the CUSHING House, located 
in the village, convenient to cars as well as boats. 




KAGGED ISLAND. 



THE RETUEN HOME. 

The return home is one of the sweetest and most delightful 
portions of the day's recreation. Seated on deck with your 



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DowpR m 



im. 



n 



MAGNIFICENT DANCING PAVILION, 



Summer Houses, Swings, etc. 



CLAM BAKES 



THREE TIMES A DAY. 



ELEOTI^IO LIO-HTS. 



Ed.marLd.©'s Band. 



Tho^e seeking a few weeks' Recreation can 
fnd it at tlie 



Rose Standish House. 



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friends, you remember the many pleasures of the day and rest 
yourself as you look again upon the surroundings. You may 
instinctively say with one who has lived in Boston during his 
life, and who has every season visited these scenes: — 

1 have loved thee, Ocean ! and my joy 

Of youthful epoi'ts was on thy hreast to be 
Borne, like thy bubbles, inward; fronla boy 

I wantoned with thy breakers, — they to me were a delight; 

For I was, as it Wei'e, a child of thee. 

Who has not gazed at the noble ships that pass by on the out- 
ward or inwa,rd trip, with feelings of awe and admiration'? See 
how nobly it comes upon you with all sail set, speeding on its 
eventful journey ; the great Avhite wings, filled with the wind, 
go mailing by and are now out of sight. Then there are the 
yachts and pleasure boats, filled with happy voyagers who greet 
you with cheers or waving handkerchiefs ; all become friends, 
and the joys of each are one in common. If one desires to take 
the late boat home, the enjoyment is frequently enhanced by a 
moonlight sail. When the moon is up, though it may not be 
night, and the sunset divides the sky with her, a sea of glory 
streams along the shore and waters, heaven is free from clouds ; 
but all the colors seem to be melted to one vast Iris of the West, 
where day joins past eternity. The face of heaven comes 
down Upon the waters, and all its hues from the rich sunset, and 
with the moon lend their magical diffusion of varied lights. 
Watch the change as yoU sail along ; a paler shadow strews its 
mantle over the deep ; parting day dies like a dolphin, whom 
each pang imbues 

•' With a new color as it gasps away, 
The last still loveUeat, till ^ 'tie gone, and all la gray." 

There are the lights in the buildings as you near the city, and 
the reflections of the moon on the "gilded dome," which, in 
contrast with the shadows of the buildings, form a truly mar- 
vellous picture, and complete the round of pleasure and sights 
enjoyed and seen throughout the day. 

When you reach the pier, you immediately feel the change of 
air, and the fresh, vigorous atmosphere of the ocean is left l)e- 
hind, and you inhale the close odors of the sultry streets. 'T is 
tlien one feels that they would like to live down the harbor 
during tlie summer ; and rest assured the first spare day tliat 



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comes along finds many of the excursionists embracing the op- 
portunity to again enjoy the wholesome, health-giving recre- 
ation that is afforded by the Boston and Hingham Steamboat 
Company. 

HOW TO REACH ROWE'S WHARF. 

Out-of-town parties, who arrive at the several railroad depots* 
wishing to reach the boats, by taking any Metropolitan car 
(some one lin3 of which company passes every depot), can do 
so, WITHOUT EXTRA CHARGE, by telling the conductor that 
tliey want to go to Rowb's Wharf, and he will see that they 
are transferred to the right car. 

The People's Line op Coaches to Inman Street, Cam- 
bri(]ge])ort, from the head of Summer Street, Boston, every 
eiglit minutes, from 7 a. m. to 8 p. m. ; also barges from Bow- 
doin and llaymarket Squares, connect with every boat that 
leaves Rowe's Wharf. 

HACK EARES. 

Parties wishing to employ a carriage to convey them from 
Rowe's Wharf to any portion of the city would do well to 
consult the following tariff ; viz. : — 

For one adult passenger from one place to another within the 
city proper (except as hereinafter provided) ; or from one place 
to another within the limits of East Boston; or from one 
place to another within the limits of South Boston ; or from 
oiie place to another witliin the limits of Boston Highlands 
(formerly Roxbury), the fare shall be 50 cents, and for every 
additional adult passenger, 50 cents. 

Eor one adult passenger from any place (within the city 
proper) south of Dover Street and west of Berkeley Street to 
any place north of State, Court, and Cambridge Streets, or 
from any place north of State, Court, and Cambridge Streets 
to any place south of Dover Street and west of Berkeley Street, 
the fare shall be $1.00, and for two or more passengers, 50 cents 
each. 

Eor children under four years of age, with an adult, no 
cl large shall be made. Eor children between four and tAvelve 
years of age, when accompanied by an adult, 25 cents each. . 

Between the hours of 12 o'clock at night and 6 o'clock in the 
morning, for one adult passenger, the fare shall be double the 
amount allowed in the preceding sections, and 50 cents for 
every additional adult. 



Boston and Ilingham Steamboat Compawj. 47 

BOSTON HIGHLANDS. 

For one adult passenger from any place in the city proper 
north of Essex and Boylston Streets to any place in the Boston 
Highlands, or from any place in the Boston Highlands to any 
place in the city proper north of Essex and Boylston Streets, 
the fare shall be $2.50; for two passengers, $1.25 each; for 
three passengers, $1.00 each; for four passengers, 75 cents 
each. 

For one adult passenger from any place in the city proper 
south of Essex and Boylston Streets and north of Dover and 
Berkeley Streets to any place in the Boston Highlands, or from 
any place in the Boston Highlands to any place in the city 
proper south of Essex and Boylston Streets and north of Dover 
and Berkeley Streets, tlie fare shall be $2 00 ; for two passen- 
gers, $1 00 each; for three passengers, 75 cents each; for four 
passengers, 62 and 1-2 cents each. 

For one adult passenger from any place in the city proper 
south of Dover and Berkeley Streets to any place in the Boston 
Highlands, or from any place in the Boston Highlands to any 
place in the city proper south of Dover and Berkeley Streets, 
the fare shall be $1.25; for two passengers, 75 cents each; for 
three or more passengers, 50 cents each. 

BOSTON HOTELS. 

ox AMERICAN PLAN. 

Revere House, Bowdoin Square ; Hampton Hotel, Haymarket 
Square; Brunswick Hotel, Boylston Street; Tremont House, 
Tremont Street ; Quincy House, Brattle Street ; American 
House, Hanover Street ; St. James Hotel, Franklin Square ; 
Creighton House, Tremont Street; Commonwealth Hotel, 
Washington Street ; Adams House and E. P., Washington 
Street; Evans House, Tremont Street; United States Hotel, 
Beach Street; Metropolitan Hotel, 1166 Washington Street. 

ON EUROPEAN PLAN. 

Parker House, School Street ; International Hotel, Washing- 
ton Street ; Young's Hotel, Washington Street ; Carlton House, 
Hanover Street ; Crawford House, Scollay's S(j[uare ; Bell's 
Hotel, Court Square. 



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On and After June 28, 1880, 

BOATS LEAVE BOSTON, 

From Rowe's Wharf, 340 Atlantic Avenue, 

Junction with Broad and High Streets. 



WEEK DAYS. 



From Boston to Nantasket Beach at 5.45, 9.30, *10.30, *11.30, 
A. M. ; *12.30, 2.20, 3.35, 5.00, 6.10, 7.10, and 19.30, p. ai. 

From Boston to Hull at 5.45, 9.30, 11.30, a.m.; 12.30, 2.30, 3.30, 
5.30, 6.10, and 6.30, p. M. 

From Boston to Downer Landing at 5 45, 9.15, 10.30, 11.30, 
A. M. ; 12.30, 2.30, 3.30, 5 30, 6.30, 7.45, and t}9.30, p. M. 

From Boston to Hingham at 9.15, a. m. ; 2.30 and 5.30, p. m. 

RETURNING. 

From Nantasket Beach to Boston at 7.00, 8.00, *9 30, 11.00, 
A. M. ; *12.00, M. ; *1.00, 2.00, 3.30, 4.50, 6.00, 8.30, and 9.30, 

p. M. 

From Hull to Boston at 7.20, 7.50, 10.00, 10.50, a.m,; 1.30,4.15, 

5.30, and 9.45, p. m. 
From Downer Landing to Boston at 7.00, 7.35, 9.45, 10.35, a. m. ; 

12.15, 1.1.5, 4.00, 5.15, 6.45, ^8.30, and |9.30, p.m. 
From Hingham to Boston at 7.30, 10 30, a. m. ; 3.40 and 6.30, 

p. M. 



SUNDAY BOATS. 

From Boston to Nantasket Beach at 9.30, 10.30, 11.30, a. m. ; 

12.30, 1.30, 2.30, 3.30, 4.15, 5.15, 6.15, 7.15, and 9.00, p. m. 
From Boston to Hull at 10.15, a. m.; 1.30, 2.15, 4.45, 5.15, and 

7.15, p. M. 
From Boston to Downer Landing at 10.15, a. m. ; 2.15, 4.45, and 

7.15, P.M. 

RETURNING. 

From Nantasket Beach to Boston at 11 00, a m. ; 12.00, m. ; 

1.00, 2.00, 3.00, 4.00, 5.00, 6.00, 7.00, 8.00, and 9,30, P. M. 
From Hull to Boston at 12.15, 3.45, 4.15, 6.15, 8.15, and 9.45, 

p. M. 

From Downer Landing to Boston at 12.00, m. ; 3.30, 6.00, and 
9.30, p. M. 
♦ Via Downer Landing, t Saturdaj's excepted, t Monday* excepted. 
35c. Fare Each Way. 25c. 

Excursion Tickets, including admission to Melville Garden at 
Downer Landing, 60c., for sale at ticket office in Boston, except 
on Mondays and Holidays. 



On and After June 28, 1880, 

BOATS LEAVE BOSTON, 
From Rowe's Wharf, 340 Atlantic Avenue, 

Junction with Broad and IIioh Streets. 



WEEK DAYS. 

From Boston to Nantasket Beach at 5.45, 9.30, *10.30, *11.30, 
A.M. ; *12.30, 2.20, 3.35, 5.00, 6.10, 7.10, and t9.30, p.m. 

From Boston to Hull at 5.45, 9.30, 11.30, a.m.; 12.30, 2.30, 3.30, 
5.30, 6.10, and 6.30, i>. m. 

From Boston to Downer Landing at 5 45, 9.15, 10.30, 11.30, 
A. m. ; 12.30, 2.30, 3.30, 5 30, 6.30, 7.45, and tt9.30, p. m. 

From Boston to Hingham at 9.15, a. m. ; 2.30 and 5.30, p. m. 

RETURNING. 

From Nantasket Beach to Boston at 7.00, 8.00, *9 30, 11.00, 

A. m. ; *12.00, m. ; *1.00, 2.00, 3.30, 4.50, 6.00, 8.30, and 9.30, 

p. M. 
From Hull to Boston at 7.20, 7.50, 10.00, 10.50, a.m,; 1.30,4.15, 

5.30, and 9.45, p. m. 
From Downer Landing to Boston at 7.00, 7.35, 9.45, 10.35, a. m. ; 

12.15, 1.15, 4.00, 5.15, 6.45, ^8.30, and t9.30, p.m. 
From Hingham to Boston at 7.30, 10 30, a. m. ; 3.40 and 6.30, 

P. M. 



SUNDAY BOATS. 

From Boston to Nantasket Beach at 9.30, 10.30, 11.30, a. m. ; 

12.30, 1.30, 2.30, 3.30, 4.15, 5.15, 6.15, 7.15, and 9.00, p. M. 
From Boston to Hull at 10.15, a. m.; 1.30, 2.15, 4.45, 5.15, and 

7.15, p. M. 
From Boston to Downer Landing at 10.15, a. m. ; 2.15, 4.4.5, and 

7.15, P.M. 

RETURNING. 

From Nantasket Beach to Boston at 11 00, a M. ; 12.00, m. ; 

1.00, 2.00, 3.00, 4.00, 5.00, 6.00, 7.00, 8.00, and 9.30, p. m. 
From Hull to Boston at 12.15, 3.45, 4.15, 6.15, 8.15, and 9.4,'>, 

p. M. 
From Downer Lauding to Boston at 12.00, m. ; 3.30, 6.00, and 
9.30, p. M. 
' via Downer Landing, t Saturdays excepted, t Monday* excepted. 
25c. Fare £ach Way. 25c. 

Excursion Tickets, including admi.ssion to Melville Garden at 
Downer Landing, 60c., for sale at ticket office in Boston, except 
on Mondays and Holidays. 



CHAS. A. SMITH & CO. 

MerchantTailors 

Importers of Fine Woollens 

FOR GENTLEMEN'S WEAR. 

Invite the attention of Gentlemen to their 
Extensive and Elegant Stock, which is always 
complete in every department. 

AN INSPECTION SOLICITED. 



Chas, A. Smith & Co, 



i8 and 20 School Street^ 



BOSTOisr. 



CROSS TRIPS. 

Between Hull, Downek L.vndint,, Nantasket Beach, 

AND Hingham. 

From Downer Landing to Nantasket Beach at 11.20, a. m. ; 

12.20, 1.20, and 4 20, p. m. 
From Nantasket Beach to Downer Landing at 9.30, a.m.; 

12.00, M. ; 1.00 and 4.50, p. m. 
From Hull to Downer Landing at 12.05, 1.05, 3.05, 4.05, 6.05, 

and 7.05, p. M. 
From Downer Landing to Hull at 7.00, 7.35, 9.45, and 10.35, 

A. M. ; 1.15, 4.00, 5.15, and t9.30, p. m. 
From Hull to Nantasket Beach at 6.20, 7.10, and 10.05, A. m. ; 

•12.05, *1.05, *4.05, and 6.45, p. m. 
From Nantasket Beacli to Hull at 7.00 and *9.30, a. m. ; *1.00 

and 9.30, p m. 
From Hull to Hingham at 3.05 and 6.05, p. m. 
From Hingham to Hull at 7.30 and 10.30, a. m. ; 3.40, p. m. 
* Via Downer Landinif. t Mondays excepted. 



SUNDAY CROSS TRIPS. 

Between Hull, Downer Landing, and Nantasket 

Beach. 

From Hull to Downer Landing at 10.50, a. m. ; 2.50, 5.20, and 

7.50, p. M. 
From Downer Lauding to Hull at 12.00, m. ; 3.30, 6.00, and 

9.30, p. M. 
From Hull to Nantasket Beach at 2 05 and 5.50, p. m. 
From Nantasket Beacli to Hull at 4.00 and 8.00, p. m. 
Cross Trip« Fares, 10c. Each Way. 



THE USUAI, RUNNING TIME OP THE BOATS IS 

Between Boston and Hull about 35 minutes. Between Boston 

and Downer Landing aliout 50 minutes. Betweou Hostou 

and Hingham 1 hour. Between Boston and Nantasket 

direct, 1 hour. lietween Boston and Nantasket, via 

Downer Landing, 1 hour and 15 minutes. 

21^= No Spirituous Liquors are ever sold on the Boats of 
this Company. Dogs are not allowed on board the Boats unless 
jmt in charge of the Captain or Mate. The Company reserves 
tiie rigiit in case of accident, bad weather, or other good cause, 
to omit any trip without notice ; also to start ahead of time, 
when required to save themselves harmless from liability of 
taking passengers in excess of legal limit. Patrons of the 
Boats wiU confer a favor by reporting to the Superintendent 
any instance of incivihty on the part of any em()l()yee of the 
Companv. Arrangements for Excursions and Ticiiic Parties 
can be made upon application at the Office, No. 7 Rowe's 

Wharf, to aoHN c. whitoiv, 

SuperinUndetil. 



CHARLES H. POOLE, 

Watchmaker & Jeweler. 



ALSO, DEALER IN 



WATCHES, CLOCKS, DIAMONDS & JEWELRY. 

424 Washington Street, Room 4, 

BOSTOIV, MASS. 



Watches, Clocks, Jewelry, Spectacles, Eye Olasses Fans, Muslo 
Boxes, etc , etc., repaired In the best manner and warranted. Fine 
Watcli Work a Specialty. Old Gold and Silver bought or taken 

111 exchange. 

J/ You Head or Write, 

DON'T LEAVE BOSTON 

TILL YOU VlHIT Till; 

ONLY STOKE IN THE WOULD 

ENTIREI.T OKVOTED TO IJIPKOVED DKVICEH FOR 

Desk, Study aii<i Lil>r»ry, 

TO SAVE TIME, MONEY AND LABOR. 



This Company, liicorporHted 
tills special work. It puts oi. 
I rial as the best. IllustrHted 



is7'.i. devotpK all Us capital nnd energy to 
lis Hot only articles selected after thoro 
catalog of ."lOO articles Is tree to calli — 



VlTs includes the best of evcrytlilntf need.-d to lit up a public or private 
libra y. desk, office or study. All who read or wiile, ti 
clerk, Irom clerifyman to copyist. 11 
time and strength. 

FOE LITEEARY AND PROFESSIONAL PEOPLE 



HITS, m 
Ivate J 
intry ■ 



no other Store so liilcrestiiK.' 
VisltorH are as welcome as 1 



be found, 

IS. Scud for free i 

s for de?k8 and lib 



nple of tlieinontlily 



EEADERS AND WRITERS ECONOMY CO., 

27 Franklin Street, Boston; 4 Bond Street, New York 
and 69 State Street, Chicago. 



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MAP OF BOSTON HARBOR AND DIAGRAM OF STREETS LEADING TO ROWE'S WHARF, the Landing-Place in Boston of the Steamers Of the Boston A HIngham Steamboat Company. 




CHARLES 

Watchmaker 



ALSO, DEALER 



WATCHES, CLOCKS, DIAl 

424 Washington Stree 

BOSTOIV, 31ASfe^ 



Watches, Clocks, Jewelry, Spectacles, Eye Glasset 
Boxes, etc , etc., repaired in the best manner and war 
Watch Work a Specialty. Old Gold and Silver boi 
in exchange. 

7/ You Bead or WriU 

DON'T LEAVE BOSTC 

TILL YOU VISIT THE 

ONLY STOKE IN THE WORLD 

ENTIRELY DEVOTED TO IMPROVED DEVICES FOR 

I>esk:, Study aii<i Lil>rai:*3 

TO SAVE TIME, MONEY AND LABOR. 

This Company, incorporated 1879, devotes all its capital and energy t 
this special work. It puts on its list only articles selected after thor 
trial as the best. Illustrated catalog of 500 articles is iiee to caUt-rs 
This includes the best of everything needed to fit up a public or priviitt 
library, desk, office or study. All who read or write, from editor to entry 
clerk, from cieryyman to copyist, find helps to do the most possible with 
time and strength, 

FOE LITERARY AND PROFESSIONAL PEOPLE 

no other Store so interesting can be found. 

Visitors are as welcome as buyers. Seud for free sample of the monthly 
periodical devoted to labor-savers for desks and libraries. 

EE AIDERS AND WRITERS ECONOMY CO., 

27 Franklin Street, Boston; 4 Bond Street, New York; 
and 69 State Street, Chicago. 




Boston & Hingham Steamboat Co.'s Guide' 



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